PSA: My labrador's impeccable sit-stay failed spectacularly at a neighborhood cookout

I was so proud of my lab, Baxter, for mastering sit-stay in our quiet living room. Then at the block party, I gave the command and he bolted straight for the burger table. Everyone cracked up, but now I'm questioning my training method. Any tips for proofing commands around major distractions? Maybe I rushed the socialization phase.

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flores.leo1mo ago

Could it be that your training's fine, but burgers are simply irresistible to any lab?

the_lily1mo ago

Absolutely, burgers have some kind of mystical hold on labs. I've seen mine ignore steak for a cheap fast-food patty. It's not just the taste, it's the grease and aroma that drives them wild. All those training sessions go out the window when someone unwraps a burger nearby.

margaret_mitchell1mo ago

Seriously, everyone's dog would ditch a command for a burger. Maybe @flores.leo has a point and you're just overthinking a funny moment? Does every single behavior need to be bombproof?

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